What are the responsibilities and job description for the CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) position at Crossroads Hospice & Palliative Care?
End-of-life care should never feel transactional, regardless of economic factors. Every person we care for deserves to be treated with dignity, compassion, and respect, no matter the circumstances. Together, we strive to make each moment count, providing comfort and meaning not just to the patients but also to their loved ones who will cherish these memories forever.
CNAs are privileged to be invited into deeply vulnerable moments with patients and families. Our team works closely together to ensure the highest quality experience, with CNAs serving as the eyes and ears of the interdisciplinary team. Quick response CNAs play a crucial role in our Even More Care program, responding to urgent physical or psychosocial needs and sitting beside as a patient is in the active stages of dying. If you value being part of this sacred journey, honoring the dignity and respect every individual deserves in their final moments, then we want to hear from you.
CNA Qualifications:
- High school diploma or G.E.D. required.
- Must be certified by the state as a nurse’s aide with an unrestricted, active aide certification.
- 3 to 6 months of current experience as a Hospice Aide or Nurse’s Aide required.
- Hospice or Home Health Agency experience preferred.
- Must possess interpersonal skills sufficient to interact effectively with patients and their families, as well as all interdisciplinary caregivers, peers, subordinates, and supervisors.
- Must exhibit or demonstrate the ability to learn computer skills related to required clinical software and electronic clinical record utilization.
- Must have personal transportation, valid driver’s license, required automobile insurance, and the ability to safely and independently operate said vehicle.
CNA Schedule & Benefits:
- Schedule: Wednesday, Thursday & Friday, 8:00 PM to 8:30 AM
- The office is located in Plymouth Meeting, PA and sees patients within a 50-mile radius.
- Be part of a team willing to grow, listen, be heard, and be challenged.
- Health, Dental, Vision, 401k, PTO.
- Set the industry bar for the standard of care.
- Continuing Education Reimbursement.
- Ability to grow into a variety of different roles inside our team and organization.
- Competitive industry pay.